1987 Holden Drover vs. 1992 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, 1992 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Drover would be higher. At 2,459 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jeep Wrangler (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 410 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jeep Wrangler (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Holden Drover 1992 Jeep Wrangler
Make Holden Jeep
Model Drover Wrangler
Year Released 1987 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 2459 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 63 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 3450 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2380 mm


 

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